Environmental assessment

Yahong Dong and Md Uzzal Hossain

Chapter 60 in Elgar Encyclopedia of Life Cycle Sustainability Assessment, 2026, pp 211-216 from Edward Elgar Publishing

Abstract: Environmental assessment plays a crucial role in ensuring sustainable development across various levels. It is commonly mandated as a regulatory requirement by governments worldwide. This entry offers a comprehensive overview of environmental assessment, starting with its definition, followed by a concise exploration of its historical development from the early 20th century to the present. Furthermore, the significant methodologies used in environmental assessment are described. These include Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA), Strategic Environmental Assessment (SEA), life cycle assessment (LCA), and life cycle sustainability assessment (LCSA). Moreover, a comparative analysis of these methodologies is conducted, providing insights into their similarities and differences.

Keywords: Environmental Impact Assessment; Strategic Environmental Assessment; Life Cycle Assessment (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Date: 2026
ISBN: 9781035309887
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